MS SB2782

Extends Mississippi's compulsory school attendance law to include kindergarten-age children (5-year-olds) beginning with the 2017-2018 school year.

Requires parents, guardians, or custodians to enroll kindergarten-age children in licensed public, parochial, or nonpublic school kindergarten programs that address cognitive, social, and emotional needs.

Defines "school" for kindergarten purposes as licensed kindergarten programs, distinguishing them from regular school day requirements of 5.5 to 8 hours of instruction.

Applies existing compulsory attendance enforcement mechanisms, including school attendance officer reporting, certificate of enrollment requirements, and youth court proceedings for non-compliance.

Effective July 1, 2017, with the act named the "RoseMary Hayes Williams Kindergarten Attendance Act."